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Honouring Excellence In Victim Services

McGuinty Government Calls For Award Nominations

December 3, 2010

News

Ontario is calling for nominations for awards that honour Ontarians who help and support victims of crime.

Nominations for the Attorney General's Victim Services Awards of Distinction will be accepted from now until January 21, 2011.

The awards will recognize excellence and exceptional achievement in any of the following categories:

• Victims and other individuals personally impacted by crime who have raised the profile of victims' issues in the province
• Service providers who deliver exceptional services to victims of crime
• Field practitioners who develop and implement innovative victim service programs and projects
• Volunteers who give their time and personal resources to help victims
• Youth who dedicate time and effort to support victims in their communities.

Quotes

"Through these awards, we recognize the dedication and exceptional achievements of professionals and volunteers who serve victims in this province. These awards also serve to honour victims who have courageously forged a better future for themselves, their families and their communities."
— Chris Bentley, Attorney General

Quick Facts

• Individuals and groups in Ontario may be nominated by any person or organization in the province.
• Nominations will be reviewed by a selection panel consisting of members of the victim services community, staff from the Ministry of the Attorney General and members of the Office for Victims of Crime.
• The awards program was established in 2007. It recognizes outstanding accomplishments and ensures that successes of exemplary individuals and organizations are shared across the province.
• December 6 marks National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada.

Learn More

Learn more about the awards and how to apply.

Find out how you can volunteer to help victims of crime in your community through Ontario Volunteer Centres.

Read about last year's award recipients.

Find victim services available in your area.

Contacts

Nauman Khan
Minister's Office
416-326-1785

Brendan Crawley
Communications Branch
416-326-2210

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